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Chutney Chicken

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This Chutney Chicken offers a delightful twist on traditional Indian flavors, combining tender chicken drumsticks with a vibrant, sweet-and-savory sauce. The chutney is crafted from softened dried apples, plump raisins, and rich tomato sauce, brightened with fresh orange peel and a hint of warmth from ground cloves and hot pepper sauce. The result is a glossy, aromatic glaze that clings beautifully to the meat, balancing sweetness with subtle spice. It&# 226;€™s a quick, comforting weeknight dinner that feels special without the fuss. Serve it over fluffy hot rice to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 260.1
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Chutney Chicken offers a delightful twist on traditional Indian flavors, combining tender chicken drumsticks with a vibrant, sweet-and-savory sauce. The chutney is crafted from softened dried apples, plump raisins, and rich tomato sauce, brightened with fresh orange peel and a hint of warmth from ground cloves and hot pepper sauce. The result is a glossy, aromatic glaze that clings beautifully to the meat, balancing sweetness with subtle spice. It&# 226;€™s a quick, comforting weeknight dinner that feels special without the fuss. Serve it over fluffy hot rice to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Dried Apple
  • 14 ounce (4) Chicken Drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 8 ounce Tomato Sauce/Chopped Onions
  • 1/4 cup Raisins
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon Finely Shreeded Orange Peel
  • 1 Dash Ground Cloves
  • 1 Dash Bottled HotPepper Sauce
  • 1 Hot Cooked Rice (Opt.)
Directions
  1. 1
    Place 1/2 cup water in a microwave-safe 2-cup measure. Microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until boiling.
  2. 2
    Stir the dried apple pieces into the boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften, then drain any excess water.
  3. 3
    While the apples soften, arrange chicken drumsticks in a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.
  4. 4
    Pour 1/4 cup water over the drumsticks. Cover loosely with vented plastic wrap.
  5. 5
    Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes, rotating the dish a quarter-turn every minute, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. 6
    Drain the cooking liquid from the chicken. Transfer the drumsticks to a serving platter and cover to keep warm.
  7. 7
    In a microwave-safe 4-cup measure, combine the tomato sauce, chopped onions, raisins, cornstarch, orange peel, ground cloves, hot pepper sauce, and the softened dried apples. Stir well to dissolve the cornstarch.
  8. 8
    Microwave the sauce mixture on high for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes, stirring every minute, until thickened and bubbly.
  9. 9
    Spoon the warm chutney sauce generously over the chicken drumsticks.
  10. 10
    Serve immediately, optionally with hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 260.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 20.0mg7%
Sodium 979.9mg41%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g17%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g42%
Sugars 20.3g
Protein 12.5g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, chutney, drumsticks, indian, apple, raisins, tomato, orange, cloves, glaze, quick, dinner, spicy, sweet, savory, microwave, easy, weeknight
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